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A Forrester report reveals rapid advancements in digital retail payments across Asia Pacific, spotlighting growth in digital wallets and BNPL services.

FinTech Australia has expanded its board with the appointments of Jodi Ross and Jodie Imam, enhancing its leadership amid a strong fintech landscape.

Australian startup TDCR has launched GLO, a stable digital currency backed by tokenised gold, aiming to redefine cryptocurrency usability and perception.

Donald Trump's election victory has sparked a trading frenzy across Asia-Pacific markets, with volumes on Tiger Trade soaring by up to 96%.

Airwallex pledges 1% of its equity, valued at over USD $56 million, to enhance its support for startups and entrepreneurs through the Pledge 1% initiative.

Moomoo has launched its first global paper-trading challenge, offering a total of USD $100,000 in prizes for participants trading US stocks and ETFs.

Voluntas Group has launched Voluntas Elevate, an advisory firm designed to support underserved tech founders with growth, scaling, and funding needs.

Leaseweb has achieved ISO 14001:2015 certification, highlighting its commitment to sustainability across its global operations and reducing environmental impact.

Westcon-Comstor's Tech Xpert community hits 3,000 members, offering technical pros a no-sales-pressures platform for peer learning and collaboration.

StackAdapt boosts Asia-Pacific presence, appoints Jeffrey Kwan and Takeshi Yamaguchi as Heads of Business in Hong Kong and Japan, respectively.

Tiger Brokers partners with Asia-Pacific universities to give students hands-on trading experience, while expanding globally with innovative features and educational tools.

Michael Makridakis has joined Taylor David as a Partner, bringing over 20 years' experience in multi-jurisdictional insolvency to the renowned law firm.

Australia faces mounting tech sector challenges due to severe skills shortages, Hays report reveals, ranking the nation fourth globally for talent deficits.

FedEx and Junior Achievement reveal the winners of the 2024 International Trade Challenge in Singapore, spotlighting innovative student ideas for a circular economy.

Syfe secures USD $27 million in latest funding round, bringing total to USD $79 million, despite Asia's lowest investment levels since 2015.

FedEx expands its FedEx International Connect Plus service to new U.S. and European destinations, enhancing cross-border eCommerce solutions for Asia-Pacific e-tailers.

A new survey by Console Connect highlights that rapid adoption of generative AI could strain existing infrastructure, with Australian firms facing the most concern.

Cloudflare's Q2 2024 DDoS Threat Report unveiled a 20% rise in DDoS attacks, with 4 million assaults mitigated.

Aleph Group has completed its acquisition of Entravision Global Partners, expanding its reach in over 140 countries and enhancing access to key digital platforms.

As cybercriminals exploit AI to amplify attacks, businesses are urged to upgrade legacy systems, integrate AI in security efforts, and enhance real-time threat detection.